The Film Room: Michael Jordan Mindset, Pt. 3 “Ruthless Competitor”

Some call MJ absurdly unique, making it seem impossible for a future athlete to fill his shoes. I think this is FALSE… MJ’s mindset is his strongest weapon, yet some just fail to realize it. Welcome to the final episode of the Film Room series; as we tap in to Michael’s mindset, as a “Ruthless Competitor”. Listen and learn how you can become a beast, like Mike. Until next time, stay tuned for the next Film Room Series!

Time Stamps:

(3:33) Welcome to the last installment of the Film Room Series, with basketball’s greatest; Michael Jordan.

(4:17) Where you at right now?

(4:54) A brief review of MJ’s “Mental Alchemy”, and “Gametime Mentality”

(6:28) Today’s topic: MJ’s “Ruthless Competition”

(6:45) Clip #1: “Cut-throat”

(7:45) Evolutionary psychology… (Hunters and gatherers)

(9:13) The “Envy Bias”

(9:57) Michael Jordan’s, “For the Love of the Game”

(11:13) Clip #2: MJ’s favorite opponents.

(12:01) MJ’s perception of Larry Bird’s criticism.

(14:55) Clip #3: Nobody was as competitive as MJ.

(15:49) Clip #4: Clyde… Magic… NO COMPARISON.

(18:00) Clip #5: Who’s better?

(18:44) Clip #6: Play with a “statement”

(19:48) Clip #7: Nerves at MSG.

(20:55) Clip #8: Stand out from Magic.

(21:48) Clip #9: Every game is a “rivalry”.

(23:22) Clip #10: “They can’t win until we quit”.

(23:50) Clip #11: MJ’s desire to prove us wrong… (with baseball)

(24:13) Clip #12: Always sending a message.

(25:14) Clip #13: I might play at 50…

(26:40) What does this mean for you?

(28:13) It’s time to develop your competitive drive.

(28:45) A story about my kids: Using jealousy to fuel your drive.

(32:11) Reality check: How often do YOU get jealous??

(34:19) Does money motivate you more than anything else? | Shoutout to Tom Bilyeu!

(25:17) Q1: What is your story about competition?

(36:37) Q2: Do your insecurities drive you, or immobilize you?

(37:13) Q3: What are some unconscious rules you have set up, that are setting you up for failure?

(38:03) In conclusion…

 

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